Cod Fish Cakes in Airtight Tin from China
Pre-formed patties made from minced cod fish, breadcrumbs, and seasonings, cooked and packed in airtight containers weighing under 6.8 kg. This product qualifies under HTS 1604.20.20.00 as fish cakes not in oil, in immediate airtight containers for preservation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify container is truly airtight and weighs ≤6.8 kg total to avoid reclassification to higher weight subheadings
• Provide lab analysis confirming no oil content and species identification per Chapter 3 notes
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA seafood HACCP and country of origin for Section 609 if applicable